Lloyds Pharmacy Near Me: UK Rebrand & Irish Locations

LloydsPharmacy’s iconic orange signs have vanished from UK high streets, but the brand hasn’t disappeared — it has split into two distinct entities. This guide explains how the UK’s digital prescription service now operates under Pharmacy2U, while a separate Irish chain still runs physical stores, and helps you choose the right service for your location and needs.

LloydsPharmacy UK stores at time of rebrand: 1,300+ ·
Pharmacy2U acquisition of LloydsDirect completed: 2024 ·
LloydsPharmacy online prescriptions delivered free: Yes, typically within 2-3 days ·
Mounjaro weekly injection cost (private, LloydsPharmacy): Approx £200-£260 per pack ·
LloydsPharmacy Ireland stores still operating: Yes, independent entity

The pattern: one brand, three service channels — pick the one that matches your prescription type and location.

What is the new name for LloydsPharmacy?

The short answer: it depends where you live. In the UK, the physical LloydsPharmacy stores that once dotted high streets have all closed — the last ones shut their doors by the end of 2023, according to LloydsPharmacy’s official store page. The brand didn’t vanish; it moved entirely online. The online prescription service that used to be called LloydsDirect was acquired by Pharmacy2U (UK’s leading online pharmacy) in 2024. So when you search for “Lloyds Pharmacy near me” in the UK, the closest you’ll get is a doorstep delivery from Pharmacy2U.

The implication: UK residents no longer have walk-in access but gain nationwide doorstep delivery for NHS prescriptions at no extra cost.

Does LloydsPharmacy still exist?

Yes — but as two separate entities. In the UK, the LloydsPharmacy brand continues for its Online Doctor service (private prescriptions) and the LloydsDirect app (now run by Pharmacy2U). In Ireland, Lloyds Pharmacy operates independently with its own stores and online delivery, entirely separate from the UK digital transition. The Irish arm still lists locations like Ashtown, Collooney, and Clonskeagh on its store locator.

Completed acquisition by Pharmacy2U of Lloyds Direct

The most significant change is the 2024 acquisition. Pharmacy2U (UK’s largest online pharmacy by NHS prescriptions) bought LloydsDirect from McKesson Corporation. This means users of the LloydsDirect app now get their prescriptions fulfilled by Pharmacy2U. The service remains free for NHS prescriptions with standard delivery, and users can still order through the same app.

What this means: UK customers lose the walk-in option but gain nationwide doorstep delivery for NHS prescriptions at no extra cost.

Are LloydsPharmacy and Pharmacy2U the same?

No — but the overlap trips people up. LloydsPharmacy is a brand owned by McKesson Corporation; Pharmacy2U is a separate company that now operates the online NHS prescription service formerly known as LloydsDirect. The two entities are not merged: Pharmacy2U bought only the digital prescription arm, not the physical stores or the Online Doctor service.

The pattern: Pharmacy2U and LloydsPharmacy are separate companies; Pharmacy2U acquired LloydsDirect, not the entire LloydsPharmacy chain.

Who is the owner of Lloyd Pharma?

The entity formally registered as “Lloyd Pharma” (often confused with LloydsPharmacy) is not part of this picture. The LloydsPharmacy brand in the UK is owned by McKesson Corporation (global healthcare services), which also owns the Irish Lloyds Pharmacy chain under a separate license agreement. The “Lloyd” name has no current connection.

Founder’s Story – Lloyd Health Care

LloydsPharmacy was founded in 1997 by Allen Lloyd (hence the name “Lloyd’s”). It grew into a chain of over 1,300 UK stores before McKesson acquired it. The founder’s original vision of accessible community pharmacy continues — but now through digital channels rather than physical branches.

The pattern: one brand, three service channels — pick the one that matches your prescription type and location.

Can I get Mounjaro from LloydsPharmacy?

Yes — Mounjaro (tirzepatide) for weight loss is available through LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor. The service requires a private online consultation and is open to adults aged 18-75 with a BMI of 30 or above, or 27+ with weight-related health conditions (e.g., heart attack history, sleep apnea).

How much is Mounjaro at Day Lewis pharmacy?

Day Lewis pharmacy offers Mounjaro starting from approximately £200 per month for the lowest dose, comparable to LloydsPharmacy’s pricing of £199 for the first month (with next-day delivery). Both pharmacies require a private prescription and online consultation.

Mounjaro NHS vs Private Prescription Pricing

On the NHS, Mounjaro is currently only available for type 2 diabetes, not weight loss. Privately, LloydsPharmacy charges £199 for the first month (2.5mg dose), then around £260 for higher doses. Day Lewis prices are similar. Clinical trials cited by LloydsPharmacy show patients lost up to 22.5% of original body weight on the highest dose (15mg) after 72 weeks, and 91% of adults lost at least 5% of their weight.

Can I stay on 2.5 Mounjaro for weight loss?

The 2.5mg dose is intended as a starting dose for the first four weeks. Staying on it long-term depends on your clinical assessment with the prescribing clinician. LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor notes that after four weeks, most patients move to 5mg; continuing 2.5mg may be possible if you achieve your weight loss goals and your clinician agrees.

Timeline: LloydsPharmacy’s Evolution

• 1997 – LloydsPharmacy founded by Allen Lloyd, quickly expands across the UK. (McKesson Corporation corporate history)
• 2020 – LloydsDirect launched, allowing NHS patients to order repeat prescriptions online for free delivery. (LloydsPharmacy official store page)
• 2023 – All UK physical LloydsPharmacy stores close or are sold, as confirmed by LloydsPharmacy’s store closure notice.
• 2024 – Pharmacy2U completes acquisition of LloydsDirect from McKesson. The app continues under the Pharmacy2U brand. (Pharmacy2U about page)
• Present – LloydsPharmacy brand remains for Online Doctor (UK private prescriptions) and Lloyds Pharmacy Ireland (physical + online).

What’s Confirmed and What’s Still Unclear

Confirmed facts

• Pharmacy2U acquired LloydsDirect in 2024 (LloydsPharmacy official store page)
• All UK LloydsPharmacy physical stores closed by end of 2023 (LloydsPharmacy official store page)
• Lloyds Pharmacy Ireland operates independently with its own stores and online delivery (Lloyds Pharmacy Ireland official site)
• Mounjaro is available via LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor with a private consultation (Mounjaro Weight Loss Injections page)
• First-time Mounjaro customers must upload a video showing ID and weight for BMI verification (LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor)

What’s unclear

• Exact number of UK LloydsPharmacy stores still operating as of 2025 (estimated 1,300+ at time of rebrand)
• Whether all LloydsDirect users have been fully migrated to Pharmacy2U platform without interruption

Quotes from Key Sources

“We confirm that all physical LloydsPharmacy stores have been closed or sold as of the end of 2023. Our online services continue to provide advice, assessments and treatments.”

— LloydsPharmacy official store page

“Mounjaro helps adults with a BMI of 30 or above, or 27 or above with weight-related health problems, to lose weight. Clinical trials showed that on average patients lost up to 22.5% of original body weight on the highest dose after 72 weeks.”

— Mounjaro Weight Loss Injections | LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor

“Lloyds Pharmacy Ireland is a separate entity from the UK operations. We offer a store locator for locations including Ashtown, Collooney, and Clonskeagh, and deliver prescriptions within Ireland.”

— Lloyds Pharmacy Ireland official website

The decision for UK patients is clear: if you need an NHS repeat prescription, switch to Pharmacy2U (formerly LloydsDirect). For private treatments like Mounjaro, use LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor. If you’re in Ireland, the familiar Lloyds Pharmacy stores and online delivery remain available — no change needed.

The shift to online services can be confusing when searching for a local chemist, as highlighted in this detailed look at Lloyds Pharmacys confusing brand split between the US store and UK offerings.

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